In 2023, the number of practicing oncology physicians in Italy stood at 7.27 health professionals per hundred thousand persons. The forecast for the period 2024-2028 suggests a stable to slightly declining trend in this ratio, with a marginal decrease to 7.25 by 2028. The year-on-year variation from 2025 onwards seems negligible, indicating stagnation in the availability of oncology physicians relative to the population.
- Between 2024 and 2025, there is no forecasted change in the number of practitioners.
- By 2026, a minor annual decrease begins, persisting through 2028.
- The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) indicates a slight average decline over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of population aging, advancements in medical technology, and healthcare policy changes in Italy, which could influence the demand for and supply of oncology specialists. Monitoring these will be essential to anticipate changes in healthcare workforce needs.
